Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of French opera with Régine Crespin's "L'art français du chant, Vol. 8." This captivating collection, released on January 1, 2016, under the Forlane label, showcases the extraordinary vocal prowess of one of the most celebrated sopranos of the 20th century. Spanning a little over an hour, this album is a testament to Crespin's versatility and mastery of the French operatic repertoire.
The album features a stunning array of arias and excerpts from some of the most renowned French operas, including Dialogues des Carmélites, Platée, Castor et Pollux, Les Indes galantes, and Samson et Dalila. Each piece is a showcase of Crespin's ability to convey deep emotion and dramatic intensity, from the tender "Mes chères filles" to the powerful "Dalila! Dalila! Je t’aime!..."
Régine Crespin's voice, with its rich, velvety tone and remarkable range, brings a unique depth and nuance to each performance. Her interpretations are not just technically brilliant but also deeply expressive, making this album a treasure trove for both opera enthusiasts and classical music lovers. Whether you're a longtime fan of Régine Crespin or new to her work, this album offers a compelling journey through the heart of French opera.
Tracks
Dialogues des Carmélites, FP 159: Mes chères filles (La nouvelle prieure, Mère Marie, Carmélites) - 1958 VersionFrancis Poulenc, Régine Crespin, Rita Gorr, Orchestre du Théâtre National de l'Opéra de Paris, Chœur du Théâtre national de l'Opéra de Paris, Pierre Dervaux
Dialogues des Carmélites, FP 159: C'est vous! Oui je viens vous chercher (Mère Marie, Blanche de la Force) - 1958 VersionFrancis Poulenc, Denise Duval, Rita Gorr, Orchestre du Théâtre National de l'Opéra de Paris, Chœur du Théâtre national de l'Opéra de Paris, Pierre Dervaux
Platée "Junon jalouse": A l'aspect de ce nuage (Platée) - 1956 VersionJean-Philippe Rameau, Michel Sénéchal, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire, Hans Rosbaud
Castor et Pollux: Nature, amour, qui partagez mon cœur (Air de Pollux) - 1953 VersionJean-Philippe Rameau, Gérard Souzay, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire, Robert Cornman
Les Indes galantes. les Incas du Pérou "Ballet héroïque": Permettez astre du jour (Huascar ) - 1942 VersionJean-Philippe Rameau, Camille Maurane, Ensembre orchestral Hewitt, Maurice Hewitt
Sigurd: Salut! Splendeur du jour (Brunehilde) - 1930 VersionErnest Reyer, Germaine Lubin, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire, Henri Defosse
Sigurd: Un souvenir poignant (Sigurd) - 1933 VersionErnest Reyer, César Vezzani, Orchestre Georges Lauweryns, Georges Lauweryns
Samson et Dalila, Op. 47: Arrêtez, ô mes frères (Samson) - 1930 VersionCamille Saint-Saëns, César Vezzani, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire, Henri Defosse
Samson et Dalila, Op. 47: Printemps qui commence (Dalila) - 1907 VersionCamille Saint-Saëns, Marie Delna, Orchestre Philippe Gaubert, Chœur Philippe Gaubert, Philippe Gaubert
Samson et Dalila, Op. 47: Dalila! Dalila! Je t’aime!... Mon cœur s’ouvre à ta voix (Air de Samson et Dalila) - 1948 VersionCamille Saint-Saëns, José Lucciono, Suzanne Lefort, Ochestre de l'Opéra de Genève, Eugène Bigot
Samson et Dalila, Op. 47: Vois ma misere, helas! (Samson) - 1907 VersionCamille Saint-Saëns, Georges Thill, Orchestre Philippe Gaubert, Chœur Philippe Gaubert, Philippe Gaubert
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